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The amount of property, plant and equipment representing land held by the entity for use in operations. [Refer: Property, plant and equipment]

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The amount of unused tax credits for which no deferred tax asset is recognised in the statement of financial position. [Refer: Unused tax credits [member]]

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The area of land in claim.

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The amount of award the plaintiff seeks in legal matters.

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